Governance Agreement Respecting Legal Aid Extended, Negotiations to Resume
Joint Statement from the Minister of Justice, Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta Legal Aid Alberta July 05, 2024 EDMONTON, AB – The Minister of Justice, Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta agree to extend the recently expired Governance Agreement until September 5, 2024. The extension ensures the independence […]
Governance Agreement Respecting Legal Aid Extended, Negotiations to Resume
Joint Statement from the Minister of Justice, Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta The Minister of Justice, Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta agree to extend the recently expired Governance Agreement until September 5, 2024. The extension ensures the independence of Legal Aid Alberta. All parties […]
Expired Governance Agreement
To Albertans, we are completely committed to resolving this matter as soon as possible. On July 2, the Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors shared a message with our employees, roster lawyers, and stakeholders regarding the expiration of the Governance Agreement with the Government of Alberta. The full message is available here […]
Truth and reconciliation: Legal Aid Alberta’s commitment to better serve Indigenous clients and communities
“Whether we’re on the frontline of intake, a lawyer, or in administration, everyone in our organization benefits from compassion because it makes us who we are at LAA.” Legal Aid Alberta is committed to working toward positive change in the legal system for Alberta’s Indigenous, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. LAA Indigenous Liaison Aaron […]
Legal Aid Alberta earns sportsmanship award and finishes second overall at the Edmonton Corporate Challenge
“It’s a ton of fun and makes me feel more connected with my coworkers.” Jon Mastel, stakeholder engagement advisor and Corporate Challenge participant In an impressive display of teamwork, determination and competitive spirit, Legal Aid Alberta clinched second place in our division at this year’s Edmonton Corporate Challenge. The competition was as fierce as […]
Lawyer Directory assists Legal Aid Alberta clients in finding help faster
A new Lawyer Directory is available on the Legal Aid Alberta website, making it easier for clients to find the lawyer of their choice. Legal Aid Alberta’s new Lawyer Directory offers an online listing of Alberta lawyers who take legal aid cases and have chosen to be listed. The directory is searchable by name, courthouse […]
As Pride Season begins, Chuck Easton discusses legal rights and protections with CBC
Legal Aid Alberta family lawyer Chuck Easton appeared on the Wise Counsel segment of CBC radio’s Edmonton AM morning show on June 12 to discuss legal rights and protections for members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. Easton was speaking as the incoming chair of the Canadian Bar Association’s Sexual and Gender Diversity Alliance section (SAGDA). Easton has […]
Supporting clients at Indigenous courts with knowledge and passion
Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyers are uniquely positioned to deliver quality representation for clients at Indigenous courts Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyer Jay Gill says lawyers representing clients in Alberta’s Indigenous courts need to bring patience and knowledge into the court in order to give clients the best representation. “I’m here doing what LAA […]
Legal Aid Alberta wins 2024 Canadian Law Award
Legal Aid Alberta has won the Lincoln Alexander School of Law Award for Shaping the Future. Legal Aid Alberta has won the Lincoln Alexander School of Law Award for Shaping the Future at the 2024 Canadian Law Awards. In a social media announcement on May 9, event sponsor Canadian Lawyer Magazine posted: “Congratulations to […]
Ask A Lawyer: Ensuring fair treatment in court for people with mental health issues
Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyers have a key role in Edmonton’s Mental Health Court Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyer Justin Hjelsvold’s role as duty counsel in courtrooms in and around Edmonton brings him into contact with people worried about the legal challenges they’re facing. Often, there’s more going on than criminal charges. “Almost […]